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| |  | | | Belcher Foundation | Preserving History and Culture | Welcome to the website of the Belcher Foundation, a research organization focusing on topics including history, education, law, and public policy. The Belcher Foundation is named for Governor Jonathan Belcher (1682-1757), a dedicated Christian leader who was the colonial governor of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and New Jersey, and the founder of Princeton University at Princeton, New Jersey. The name Belcher is composed of the English/French words "bel" and "cher", which means "good cheer."
The mission of the Belcher Foundation is to research and educate, to publish the results of this research in a variety of formats, and in general, to promote the Christian worldview espoused by leaders such as Governor Jonathan Belcher. Belcher Foundation also engages in other events and activities to support and promote the work of the Foundation.
For more information on publications of the Belcher Foundation, please view our Publications pages. To view a variety of resources in the areas of history, education, law, and public policy, view our archives and articles pages including our Christian Law Library, Christian History Library, Historical Biographies pages, Policy Analysis, Good Cheer Chronicles, as well as our online newsletter -- the Belcher Bullet [More] | |  |
| |  | | | The Institute for Creation Research | The Institute for Creation Research is unique among scientific research organizations. Our research is conducted within a biblical worldview, since ICR is committed to the absolute authority of the inerrant Word of God. The real facts of science will always agree with biblical revelation because the God who made the world of God inspired the Word of God.
All origins research must begin with a premise.1 ICR holds that the biblical record of primeval history in Genesis 1–11 is factual, historical, and clearly understandable and, therefore, that all things were created and made in six literal days. Life exists because it was created on Earth by a living Creator. Further, the biblical Flood was global and cataclysmic, and its after-effects therefore explain most of the stratigraphic and fossil evidence found in the earth’s crust. It is within this framework that ICR research is conducted.
ICR is also committed to peer review. Such a commitment means that we subject our scientific conclusions to others within related scientific disciplines and invite their feedback and critiques, since “iron sharpens iron” in the pursuit of scientific excellence (Proverbs 27:17). ICR encourages scholarship, investigation, and careful scrutiny of origins concepts.
Since scientific evidence is open to interpretation, more than one explanation may be advanced for a particular event or situation. It is expected in the scientific community, secular or otherwise, that a given hypothesis may attract dissenting views. In this case, a scientist who disagrees with another scientist’s work will frequently publish his or her views in the relevant technical journals. The research will continue regardless, and the truth of science supporting Scripture will not be hindered in the least.
ICR’s goal is to comprehend and communicate as accurately as possible the ways in which our great Creator built and sustains the world. He is the source of life, purpose, and all things that exist. It is to God we give the glory because He is our Creator and Savior. [More] | | |
| |  | | | First Presbyterian Church: Columbia, SC > Pastors | Rev. Mathias has been on the staff at FPC since 1994 when he was called to be Minister of Missions. In addition to being Executive Minister he works with World Missions and New Members. He is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh (B.A.) and a graduate Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.). Following seminary be became the Youth and Children's Ministry Director at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church in Youngstown, Ohio. From 1981 to 1986 he served as pastor of New Hope Presbyterian Church (ARP) in Tampa, Florida. In 1986 he was called to serve as Director of Candidate Ministries of World Witness (the foreign mission board of the ARP Church) in Greenville, South Carolina.
He is married to Anne. They have three married children and five grandchildren. [More] | | |
| |  | | | The Remnant Bride Online Bible Study | A Common Man With an Uncommon Understanding
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After receiving his degree from a Texas University, spending six-and-a-half years behind a desk, and undergoing a year of humbling, Gary Naler spent the next thirteen years helping the poor and needy in Dallas, Texas. A portion of Gary?s mission included hosting a weekday radio broadcast called ?The Corners of Your Field? that addressed those needs.
After building a home for homeless and/or abused women and children, in June, 1994, he experienced a divine sovereign event that totally redirected his life. Gary wrote: ?Much of the things I know today are the product of that incredible experience. I said at the time that an earthquake was taking place in my life, and in a matter of days much of what I had believed was turned upside-down, and some turned right-side-up. It was not an experience with any man, but a sovereign experience with Yahweh God? (The Curse of 1920, page 260).
This life-changing event completely redirected Gary?s life, and as a result his years since have been spent earnestly devoted to understanding and presenting vital truths and issues set forth here at ?The Remnant Bride? web site.
Gary has also published three highly compelling and insightful books: The Curse of 1920, and its companion, Coverings; as well as the allegory, Purity and the Golden Ball. Each of these books is available at our RTC Quest web site.
That which is stated in the Introduction of The Curse of 1920 is true of all of Gary?s writings, as we read: [More] | | |
| | | | | The 3,000 Year Church Period | 3,000-Year Church Period
Let us begin answering this question by considering a most telling living parable or prophecy. In the first three gospels, we find the account of Yahshua taking with Him Peter, James, and John on a mountain where He was transfigured, along with Moses and Elijah. While this transfiguration took place, these three disciples slept, even as they would do so again in the garden of Gethsemane just before Yahshua's crucifixion. There is more to this than just an historical accounting; it meant something! Who are these two glorified ones here represented by Moses and Elijah, and why is it these three disciples twice provided the testimony of being asleep? This we will now see.
If you read the writings on The Remnant Bride, you will find that Moses and Elijah were clear testimonies of the two Remnant - the Moses first Remnant who died in order to enter into the promised land, and the Elijah second Remnant who ascends alive. And as you will see in this writing, for numerous reasons these three sleeping disciples were clear testimonies of Christianity, the body of Christ.
The purpose of this writing is to address the duration of the kingdom of God given to man, which is the church. What we will see here is that the church, which up to now has essentially been Christianity, was supposed to receive 3,000 years to carry out its full tenure and bring forth the Son of God. If Christianity was given their full tenure of 3,000 years, this would culminate in its completion at the end of the seventh day. The church began after 4,000 years from Adam, and has thus occupied the fifth and sixth days, or the last 2,000 years. If Christianity received its final 1,000 years, this would take it through the seventh day. From the original six days of creation, we see that divine light was brought forth on the first day. Thus, if Christianity could do its job correctly, then the divine Light of Yahshua would be brought forth on that proper day. If this happened, then Christianity would fulfill the Elijah work and prepare the way for the Son of God. But, Christianity will not and cannot accomplish this for many reasons, including its corruptness, its divisions, even its death.
What we find here on the mount of transfiguration is a living parable of the kingdom of God, the church. We have already said that Moses and Elijah represented the two Remnant. Of course Yahshua represents Himself - the glorified Savior. And we have also stated that the three sleeping disciples reveal Christianity. Thus we begin to see the unfolding testimony that Yahshua specifically took these three with Him on the mountain in order to represent the 3,000 years given to the church.
Three has a numerical meaning of divine completeness - the trinity of God, the trinity of man, the trinity of the temple, etc. In like manner, three very frequently represents Christianity, or the complete period of Christianity. This is particularly evident in this subject event for several reasons. Luke 9:32 specifically identifies the three as - "Peter and his companions." It was on Peter that Yahshua said He would build His church. Peter most completely represents Christianity - especially per its flawed state. Christianity often has zeal, as did Peter, but equally lacks the ability to come through, as demonstrated by His three time denial of Yahshua. Here we see yet another testimony of this three part or 3,000 year period of the church. If Christianity received its full three days, then it would equally deny Yahshua three times. [More] | | |
| |  | | | Manna from St. Matthias’ mystery chairs | For decades, the wooden Huanghuali armchairs (Sichutou Guanmaoyi) dating back 300 years to the Qing (pronounced "Ching") dynasty, sat unnoticed at the back of the nave in the financially struggling church. Just when the rosewood antiques were donated-- and by whom--remains a mystery.
“They were fondly familiar fixtures in the church, but this [windfall] will allow us to do some creative things that we couldn't do before, so I can't say I am sad to see them go,” says the Rev. Robert Arril, St. Matthias' rector.
In 2010, the chairs, assumed to be replicas, caught the sharp eye of a woman knowledgeable about Oriental antiques. Seated in one of the chairs, Arril was leading a Bible class when he noticed the woman regarding him closely. “Actually it was the chair she was looking at,” he recalls.
The chairs’ well-worn feet suggested their antique origins. After appraisal by local experts, they sold at a Sept. 11 Sotheby’s auction for $758,500 (including a buyer's premium). [More] | | |
| | | | | | Pastor Brad | RoadTrip Parenting | Parenting should be full of faith, family and adventure… not dread, frustration and regret. Road Trip Parenting is a unique blog designed to serve as a fun and practical resource for parents, pastors and those who serve kids.
Pastor Brad Mathias is the president of Bema Media LLC, the parent company of iShine, (Pre-Teen Ministry and Media Group) and a founding member of the(TGA) Tween Gospel Alliance!
Brad and his family have appeared on numerous national Television and Radio programs (Chris Fabry Live – Moody Radio, AFR, LeSea Broadcasting, Awana, Crossroads Canada TV, CBN, TBN, Dennis Rainey -Family Life Today and the 700 club)
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Pastor Brad serves as the Vicar (Lead Pastor) of Four Winds Anglican Mission in Columbia, Tennessee. Survivors of an almost-divorce, Brad and his wife, Paige, have been married for over twenty five years and have raised three kids. Blessed with a redeemed marriage and a restored home, Brad is actively engaged in ministry to families in crisis.
Laugh and cry along with Brad as he writes of his life experiences as a pastor, husband, father, and Christian media executive. An ardent outdoorsman, adventurer, and lifelong fan of road-tripping, Brad loves to explore hidden country trails and roads less traveled. Through his unique background and personal testimony, Brad provides an insightful and practical perspective on the challenges of modern-day parenting and family life.
Recommended Parenting/Marriage Recovery resource, “Roadtrip to Redemption – (Tyndale – Momentum Publishers) is Available on Amazon – Kindle, Google Books or paperback at the iShine web store . Pastor Brad actively writes as a contributing author for national Christian magazines, ministries, e-books, devotionals and websites.
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Rachel Krueger
May 2, 2012 at 2:21 PM
is there still a book in the works? If so, when will it be available?
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roadtripparenting
May 2, 2012 at 2:29 PM
Yes there is… final edits are due by end of May 2012. I’m hearing it will be available in early 2013.
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Sharon Carlson
March 10, 2011 at 5:47 PM
Brad, I just saw your blog for the first time via a link on facebook. Wow. What a blessing I stumbled upon it. I am a wife (17 yrs) and mom of three incredible kids (ages 13, 11 and 6). I love the title of your blog. Thankful to walk this road and share experiences. God Bless you and your family.
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March 10, 2011 at 7:44 PM
Sharon Carlson…My thanks for you comments, no special sauce here… just real life lessons shared. Peace to you and your family. ??
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Jonathan Petersen
March 3, 2011 at 9:09 PM
Hi Brad. Thanks for meeting with Somersault during NRB (I was back here in Grand Rapids holding down the fort). I invite you to “Like” our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SomersaultG... Thanks! Jon
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| | | | | Christian ABC's | Christians are those of Adam's race who have been born the second time. . . Spiritually. The fact we require a second birth indicates something was not right with our physical first birth. It points to how procreation began and to the original sin between Eve and the Serpent, a man-like creature before God changed his form and put him on his belly.
Eve disbelieved God, and when Adam took her back he forfeited our birthright?dominion over earth?to Satan. God's penalty upon all who come under Satan's dominion by unbelief in His Word is death. As a consequence we are all formed in iniquity, conceived in sin, born into a world ruled by Satan, and separated from the Presence of God.
Sin is UNBELIEF in the revealed Word of God. Unlike Eve we did not choose to sin but were born under nature's fallen state, so God made a way whereby we can be redeemed.
The word "god" means "object of worship". He requires our worship, so sin or unbelief in His will is an affront worthy of death. The worship God requires is not a public expression like church attendance and hymn-singing, which we should do. He requires we worship by manifesting our faith or understanding of His will so His revealed Word "lives" through us for all to see.
We are inheritors of death through Satan when we should be heirs of Life through God. That Life Adam lost by taking Eve back could only be restored if a man born of woman who conceived by faith in God's Word (not lust) voluntarily surrendered His righteous life in our behalf. Such a kinsman Redeemer would necessarily be the firstborn of a virgin in order to be the acceptable substitute for our lives as foreshadowed by the firstborn lamb Israel offered to God.
In the six-thousand years since Adam, only one Man has met these requirements. His Name was Jesus Christ. He was born, ministered and sacrificed his life, then rose again from the grave precisely as foretold by all the prophets, shadows and types?and even the stars of heaven.
In His death and resurrection, Jesus identified His righteous life with undeserving, underserving man so that we by faith may voluntarily identify with His Life, dying to the desires of our mortal spirit and corruptible flesh, and living according to God's Word. This is the "new birth" by which the Word that once dwelt in the flesh of one Man, our Lord Jesus Christ, now lives and reigns in the flesh of many Christian men and women, boys and girls.
Faith is a clear understanding of the will of God recorded as His Word, the Holy Bible. Christians are they whose lives manifest the Word prophesied for THEIR day. The only part of His Word God can bless and fulfill in our lives is what He foretold for our day. [More] | | |
| | | | | Bible Believers | We greet you in the wonderful Name of our Lord Jesus Christ and welcome you to Bible Believers Website. Your fellowship is appreciated, we pray you will enjoy our services and recognize the present Truth?what Jesus is doing now.
The Bible is the story of God unfolding Himself from the eternal Spirit alone with His thoughts?through the Spoken Word?to the manifestation of those eternal thoughts in the glorified flesh of His Family. Jesus Christ is the beginning of the creation of God; the New Testament saints are the continuation of the same Creation. Through election, the Creator is taking form by creating Himself a part of His creation.
His true revelation and purpose is being realized in a threefold manner. First He has revealed the fullness of Himself in Christ, so that second, He might have the preeminence in His Body of believers to live in His people, His Bride and Temple not made with hands; and thirdly, to restore the Kingdom to Eden's perfection.
God placed Adam's children on the basis of free moral agency?what we do with His Word once it is presented to us determines our eternal destiny, and in the House of God we live by the Word of God, and every one. Whenever we find we are in error we quickly repent and identify with His Word.
Because we preach it does not make it so. Though it be THUS SAITH THE LORD, unless you receive it by faith it will not profit you. So be guided by Acts 17:11; Romans 3:4; Galatians 1:8-9; I Thessalonians 5:21; II Peter 1:21 and Revelation 22:17-19. And study to show yourself approved of God, receiving His thoughts: private interpretations are sin and death, whereas His mind is faith and Life.
We each have freedom of choice and are individually responsible to God for our decisions. Thousands of denominations and sects claim to speak for God but He knows only one faith, has one Absolute, and He never changes His mind on His Word.
If you disagree with what we preach, do not reject what you cannot presently understand, note it down and ask God to reveal the Truth to you personally from His unchanging Word. Remember, if it is a revelation from God, faith will run in continuity from Genesis to Revelation.
The elect of God cannot be deceived on the revealed Word of God. We all speak the same thing because "the mystery of God is finished" and the Holy Spirit who guides into all truth is not the author of confusion (Amos 3:3; Matthew 24:24; John 10:1-5; 16:13; I Corinthians 1:10; 14:33; Revelation 10:7). [More] | | |
| | | | | | What It Means to Be a Kingdom Prepper — Kingdom Preppers | | There is little doubt as to the times we are living in. One can easily consider the daily events unfolding around us, be it with regard to the imminent societal collapse in countries around the world, economic upheavals, the rise in violence, wars, depravity and lawlessness, seemingly unrelenting so-called natural disasters, and so much more. With this in mind, it is recorded of Yeshua as follows: | | |
| |  | | | 16.2. The Abiding Presence of God Commentary - A Testimony of Jesus Christ | At the heart of the idea of a Temple is the abiding presence of God. Although God is omnipresent, He has chosen to manifest His presence in certain locations and at certain times within history. This physical manifestation of God has come to be called the Shekinah.
the Shechinah Glory is the visible manifestation of the presence of God. It is the majestic presence or manifestation of God in which He descends to dwell among men. Whenever the invisible God becomes visible, and whenever the omnipresence of God is localized, this is the Shechinah Glory. The usual title found in Scriptures for the Shechinah Glory is the glory of Jehovah, or the glory of the Lord. The Hebrew form is Kvod Adonai, which means ‘the glory of Jehovah’ and describes what the Shechinah Glory is. The Greek title, Doxa Kurion, is translated as ‘the glory of the Lord.’ Doxa means ‘brightness,’ ‘brilliance,’ or ‘splendor,’ and it depicts how the Shechinah Glory appears. Other titles give it the sense of ‘dwelling,’ which portrays what the Shechinah Glory does. The Hebrew word Shechinah, from the root shachan, means ‘to dwell.’ The Greek word skeinei, which is similar in sound as the Hebrew Shechinah (Greek has no ‘sh’ sound), means ‘to tabernacle.’. . . In the Old Testament, most of these visible manifestations took the form of light, fire, or cloud, or a combination of these. A new form appears in the New Testament: the Incarnate Word [John John [More] | | |
| |  | | | Magis | "For The Greater Glory of GOD" | Magis (pronounced "màh-gis") is a Latin word that means "more" or "better." It is related to Ad majorem Dei gloriam, a Latin phrase meaning "for the greater glory of God." Magis refers to the philosophy of doing more, for Christ, and therefore doing more for others. It is an expression of an aspiration and inspiration. It relates to forming the ideal society centered on Jesus Christ.
The roots of the phrase are ascribed to St. Ignatius's exercise of doing more for God. He would encourage people around him during his time by asking: "What have I done for God? What am I doing for God? and What MORE can I do for Him?" [More] | | |
| |  | | | Sean Smith Ministries | Point Blank International | | God has scattered seeds of enormous potential that are meant to grow and realize it’s destiny in His people. Many times we find ourselves in a situation where a Defining Moment is thrusted upon us. We recognize that these times are crucial and are here to fulfill His purpose to help others. We want to do our part of reaching a Generation, building His House and helping You tap into your destiny. We want to welcome you to our ministry website, a look into hearts & passion, where we hope You too would be encouraged in the Lord’s work! [More] | | |
| | | | | The Secret Name of Jesus | | The churches have not only tossed out Jesus' teachings, but they've also tossed out Jesus' name. Chances are that even you don’t know the secret name of Jesu... | | |
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